Manager Produce

PAQ•Paso Robles, CA

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The Produce Manager is responsible for the overall management of the produce department, ensuring the highest standards of product quality, customer service, and operational efficiency. This role involves overseeing all aspects of the department, from staff management and training to inventory control and merchandising. The goal is to maximize sales and profitability while maintaining excellent product presentation and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

Extensive knowledge of produce department management and sales strategies.
Familiarity with retail stocking procedures and inventory management.
Knowledge of health and safety regulations related to food handling.
Exceptional leadership, supervisory, and training skills.
Excellent customer service.
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Proficient in inventory and sales management.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Effective verbal communication skills for interacting with customers and team members.
Ability to develop and implement strategies.
Ability to manage and motivate a team.
Ability to handle complex operational issues.
Ability to analyze and improve sales and profitability.
Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in stocking and labeling.
Capability to adjust to changing situations, handle multiple demands, and work with diverse personalities.
Aptitude for making informed decisions quickly, often in high-pressure situations.
A genuine desire to meet and exceed customer expectations, creating a positive shopping experience.
Ability to perform physical tasks, including stocking, lifting boxes, and standing for extended periods.
Stand and walk for extended periods, typically 8-hour shifts.
Lift and carry items up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Perform repetitive motions such as reaching, bending, stooping, squatting, and handling products.
Ability to perform tasks that require fine motor skills in handling small objects.
Maintain clear communication with customers and team members.
Move quickly and efficiently to assist customers and manage workload.
Maintain physical stamina to work in a fast-paced environment.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Over two years of Produce Manager experience is required.
Supervisory experience is required.

Responsibilities

Oversee all aspects of managing and supervising the produce department, including scheduling, training, ordering, and overseeing sweep logs.
Verify produce vendor invoices, checking for product quality and accuracy of quantity.
Maintain inventory control to ensure freshness, product quality, and turnover to maximize sales and minimize shrinkage or loss to the company.
Ensure that damaged product is correctly accounted for and disposed of.
Implement and oversee merchandising plans to maximize profitability and meet customer demands.
Ensure refrigerated cases and display shelves are adequately stocked and faced at all times according to product movement, tag allocation, and department standards to ensure maximum product sales and quality.
Ensure all products are correctly trimmed and attractively presented, with pre-packed items providing adequate allowances for tare weights or shrinkage.
Conduct regularly scheduled inspections of all produce products for freshness and visual appeal, culling products to maintain an image of freshness and quality.
Follow department sanitary procedures and standards, including maintaining department sweep logs.
Alert store management of maintenance, refrigeration, or equipment malfunctions or concerns.
Perform other duties as assigned.